To add to the numbers
PRS kit with Mahogany body
Tonerider Rocksong Pickups
CTS Pots, Orange Cap & Fidelity Upgrade
Bone Nut
Gotoh Locking Tuners
Gotoh TOM Bridge
Cast Skull Tailpiece
Printable View
To add to the numbers
PRS kit with Mahogany body
Tonerider Rocksong Pickups
CTS Pots, Orange Cap & Fidelity Upgrade
Bone Nut
Gotoh Locking Tuners
Gotoh TOM Bridge
Cast Skull Tailpiece
At different finish shots. One with different knobs
killer PRS kit Tony, some nice touches to make this one different
Great looking piece of work there Tony. Beautiful combination of colors and very nice consistent grain on the back.
killer build Tony you really made the most of the flamed cap. So glad I'm not entering this month so many awesome builds
It's taken close to 4 months, but I've finally got it done! My first build, and it's taught me so much, have loved every minute of it (even if some of those minutes were spent yelling some pretty colourful words!).
My Spalt Maple LP Kit.
Undercoat: with ebony Timbermate
Finish: Dingotone Coolangatta Gold
5 (I think) coats of stain
3 Coats of intensifier
3 Coats of finish
Upgraded:
Tonerider Generator Pups
CTS pots
Orange drop caps
Gotoh 3-way switch
Switchcraft input jack
and (mostly) cloth wiring
I can honestly say I have been absolutely blown away with this kit. My expectations weren't all that high as all I wanted was a decent guitar that I could mess around with in my room - so long as sound came out, I would have been happy. What I got was a real quality guitar, I am so stoked with the Toneriders, their tone is unreal! I had the frets levelled and re-seated by a local guy in Melbourne and he did an excellent job for only $80 - John at Shub Guitars. She plays like a dream and isn't too hard on the eyes either ;)
I've had a few issues with the Dingotone not trying properly thanks to the cold weather we've had here over the past few months, however, again, John has given me a solution for that too.
http://res.cloudinary.com/djtbsud8r/...361_sgrhyb.jpghttp://res.cloudinary.com/djtbsud8r/...356_uwctvq.jpghttp://res.cloudinary.com/djtbsud8r/...352_c7uqkp.jpg
Why not throw this in the ring too.
EX-1 satin dark cherry finish (Ubeaut water based stain mix and Tru Oil). Added tummy contour, repositioned switch and reshaped headstock.
Extras:
-Tonerider Rocksongs
-Wilkinson EZ lok tuners
-Bourns pots
-Rotary bridge coil split
-Russian PIO tone cap
-Epiphone 3 way switch
-Bone nut
-Switchcraft jack
-cloth covered wiring
-custom 3 ply pickguard, truss cover and jack plate.
-Schaller strap locks
http://i.imgur.com/H9INmMIh.jpg
http://i.imgur.com/u09QEQXh.jpg
sensational effort Luke, the black hardware sets it off.
what was the solution with the dingotone?
nice work and upgrades Pabs. It has shred written all over it
@ Luke: Looks amazing! One of the best spalts I've seen here. You must be pleased even though had to wait for the drying.
@ Pabs: You did a great job transforming the previous build to this fine piece. Looks the way it should for a shread.
Well that's it then.
Can I withdraw mine? I feel embarrassed now.
:p
Well done all.
ha! me too rabbitz! wouldn't mind this lot as my quiver, they're awesome!
Awesome bunch of entries this month, well done everyone & good luck judges!
well done Luke and Pablo, both 2 awesome entries.
So glad I'm not entering this month and sure the judges will have plenty of headaches marking this superb bunch of builds entered
So, 9 solid entries this month, I'll get the judges going tonight and try for the results on Friday. Thanks for entering.
Such amazing bunch of guitars
I dunnow where you guys get your ideas from!
Awwwwwwwww Geeeeeeeeeeezzzzzzzz, it's Friday already.
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haha Rabbitz, I'd say results by tonight might be optimistic when you got to compile about 6-7 judges scores and comments.
Sure Ads should announce the winner over the weekend.
Best of luck to all entrants, will take something really special to win out of the 9 entries
Ya know we all win anyway lol
1. Arzi’s RC-4 “The Cole” http://www.buildyourownguitar.com.au...6&d=1439276717
Really like what you did with the pickup surrounds. A really nice build that you must be proud of.
Looks great, good colour choice, well built.
A beautiful finish, love the colour and the extra's make this a bass that really grabs my attention. This would jump out at me whilst it was hanging on the wall every time I walked into the room. sensational job
I went back and forth on the body finish for a while, finally arriving at it was a great way to highlight the grain pattern that only appeared in one spot on the body and is a awesome finish and response to the natural grains given to you. Great work on this one Arzi. Points for customization, flexibility as the kit required, and giving it a name. Every loved guitar should have a name... One of the five guitars at a Les Claypool concert
Pure class - great way to kick off GOTM. Fantastic mods, all comes together with this. Like the logo as well!
2. Rabbitz’ LP-1M
http://www.buildyourownguitar.com.au...6&d=1439366634
The natural colours work well together and the body of the guitar looks terrific. Pity about the headstock not being claimed (as we say month after month). You might also want to remove the protective white dots from the tuners and look at the intonation of your guitar to really enjoy it. A really good first build Rabbitz!
Fantastic simple but looks good. Well built
Traditional bright colour and well made. Head stock looks great but does sream put a logo on me. Very nice work sir!
Beautiful gold finish is eye catching. Points taken away for no logo, customization, and the comment, "won't stay in tune yet" Garage band
Lots of effort has gone into this one. Couple of minor adjustments - e.g., plastic on the back of the tuners and the pups and this guitar would be stunning.
3. Tom’s TL-1A
http://www.buildyourownguitar.com.au...0&d=1439775075
This is a really awesome Burst. Love the Bigby upgrade and when you upgrade the pickups...Dave Allen Cheetah's (you can thank me later). Name the headstock! Is it intonated? This will really improve your playability.
Very good, well built
Sensational Burst (really nice), I love the Bigsby Add on but you really need to set up your intonation and a logo would finish it off a treat. Great job and an attractive guitar.
Color/burst choice is great, matches and "fits" the grain pattern. Added Bigsby was making this guitar definitely dray my eye and make me want to play it. That being said I had to drop a few points because of no logo or truss rod cover. And i am sad about it. Outdoor festival beer garden
Classy tele. Pretty impressive for a second effort. All looks good, only recommendation would be a personalised logo - it's a great job, be proud of it!
4. Andrew Osborn’e TLA-1
http://www.buildyourownguitar.com.au...2&d=1440209449
Wow! This finish looks like glass. Really impressive. Some really nice mods to appreciate as well. Colours work well yet so simply together. Getting better all the time Chips!
Really well built and finished
I love it Andrew. A clean job and a traditional look makes me want to grab it and play, Well done.
Very clean and polished looking. Nothing looks out of place on this guitar, and the mention of the fretwork leads me to believe this would be a great guitar to play. good to see a logo, but No truss rod cover. Weezer concert
Another classy tele.
5. Tony Ewen’s ESB-4 http://www.buildyourownguitar.com.au...6&d=1440125828
As you stated, so nice and simple even if you did threaten us with a 'full-frontal'. You must be very proud of this guitar it looks terrific.
Simple but looks good and seems well built.
EL Natural. What a sensational looking bass! You do need to set up your intonation as per the video's on PB how to's. Your hidden wiring looks great too. A great looker!
Beautiful clear stained back. Kept plain on purpose and it does look a little plain. But the builder likes playing it and that always says a lot! Wires in the picture, not "looking intoned" and bridge pickup and strings not looking aligned are negatives. Elvish name? I love it that he claimed it! Jazz Bar
Nice elegant ES Bass - stunning…
6. Bargeloob’s STA-1
http://www.buildyourownguitar.com.au...0&d=1440395728
What a great looking Strat. Design is WoW! You have some guitar porn on display here. The headstock is sensational (Pab's work is tops too) and the curves, use of colour and layers make this a great submission.
Great shape and colour scheme. Looks great and shows a huge amount of work has gone into this.
What can I say Bargy. Looks like a benchmark in the customizing side of things has been set. This say's I replicate no guitar and I am an individual. But to be honest I am disappointed that you have not set you intonation up before you entered. This is no less of a guitar than I will be expecting to see from you in the future. Fantastic axe.
This was a really unique finish which I believe probably required the most skill to pull off. coupled with the custom carves and other custom goodies thrown in make this a really high quality looking instrument. love the two tone headstock and am thinking about how I could do something kinda like it. Very professional looking minus the truss rod cover. Probably left off on purpose. Prince concert
What a Strat should look like! Love the character of this one and how it has all come together Barge… Another great build.
7. VH2580’s PRS-1TS http://www.buildyourownguitar.com.au...8&d=1440818799
Some great work on display this month and this is added to that. Whilst not a fan of a blue guitar this has turned out well. The bridge is really cool too!
Well finished the build looks good.
What a classy looking guitar. Love the bridge and the colour of the cap is a stand out. A lot effort has gone into this guitar and a very nice job you have done.
I liked the finish, color and grain highlight. Cool headstock and very cool truss rod cover. nice custom "devilish" bridge. this was a nice guitar but the lack of the full frontal shot made it so I couldn't get a real good feel for it. Megadeth calling.
Tony - like the choice of upgrades - focussing on the tone - looks like it should be a cracker to play.
8. Luke Michael’s LP-1SS http://res.cloudinary.com/djtbsud8r/...361_sgrhyb.jpg
Loving what you have done with this build. Spalted always look that bit special don't they? A lot of effort has gone into this and it shows. You will get to enjoy and show off this guitar for many years to come.
Well finished and built. Nice choice of stain.
Loud and proud and a sensational looking LP. This to me screams play me mellow and bluesy. A nice finish and a nicely presented guitar. Well done.
I liked the electronics shot showing all the custom caps, pups, and wire. The outdoor shot of the top is beautiful! same for the headstock photo. Im fine with a drawn on logo, but his could have looked better so minus for sloppy looking. Punk rock club
I like the simplicity of the choice of colours - just really comes together well.
9. PabloPepper’s EX-1
http://i.imgur.com/H9INmMIh.jpg
Looking good Pabs. Expected to see something more with the pickguard! :) But a great effort with the rest of the guitar!
Highlights the grain nicely, well built and finished.
Way to mellow an angry axe Pab. Very clean lines and clearly nicely built , bet she play's like a dream. Awsome job.
Mmmm very nice clean and sleek. I think I could play better than I can if I had this guitar in my hands. and my playing would sound like the future.... I like the color as it isn't seen too often, dark but not cherry. points off for some discoloration around the headstock logo... this would probably be the guitar I would grab out of the bunch... New new wave concert
Great EX - nicely finished and presented.
And the Winner is...
Bargeloob's STA-1
Congratulations, and thank you guys for another 9 awesome entries. Roll on Rocktober!
Ooh, judges aren't pulling punches anymore, I like it. :)
No surprises on the winner though, supreme effort by Barge. Well done sir.
An excellent month, not a stinker among them. Well done all.
Congrats to Barge! Well earned win! :)
On ya Barge!!!!
I'll just head back to the Garage and plan for the ST-1. Although as it is also unlikely to have a logo, it may not ever get out of the garage.
Congratulations Barge! a well deserved win :-) Another quality round of builds this month!
Well done Barge and all other entrants
congratulations Barge and all other entrants, a really great collection of axes this month and the bar keeps rising !
Also well done judges on another tough month
I think we need to understand that the GOTM is not all about a logo. It's supposed to be a fun competition that encourages builders of varying degrees of expertise to gain insight and understanding of crafting a guitar. Most of us going into a music store will be looking at the headstock and what is written on it. It's how the manufacturer identifies that they built the product.Quote:
Originally Posted by Rabbitz
Building your own guitar is about the thought, the planning and execution of your build. Putting something on the guitar that claims it as yours is that 'little something extra' that we all expect as we would when walking into a store to choose that one guitar that we will leave with. Some forum members have engraved the Truss Rod cover or the Neck plate. Some have put something on the pick guard for example. (Some have omitted Truss Rod covers and lost GOTM comps by doing so - Wokka / DB and Pest - Shutup!)
By not having anything on your guitar doesn't make it a bad guitar. Some of the judges simply feel that if you are making the extra effort to spend time thinking about adding something identifying the guitar as yours and then turning this thought process into action needs to be rewarded.
What? I never omitted the truss rod cover? On the LP I had it and the Strat didn't have one? The rest I agree with, it is always nice to have those little "tweaks" to the kits to really give it a life of its own, like the carving I did on the Frankenpester!
Congrats to Barge and well done to all of this month's entrants, I'd walk away with ANY of those amazing builds if I saw them at my local music store!
At the end of the day any judging is subjective and those who run the competition get to apply their thoughts/beliefs to the outcome.
I simply prefer the plain no logo look, and in this case I also didn't want to hide the grain.
This guitar is unlikely to ever see a shop, nor is it ever likely to leave the lounge room, so it is all a bit moot. I am well pleased with it, it is now stable, holds tune and sounds better than I can do justice to.
To be honest it won't even make "Garage Band" status.
Frankly, to sit in the rack and occasionally make some noise is why I built it.
Cheers.
well said Gav
top work everyone
each month GOTM comes up with some very cool stuff, some functional, some very custom, but all awesome in their own way
this month is no exception, well done all
Barge you've, deservedly, done it again, super top shelf custom awesomeness: the guitar you didn't give up on paid off
Guys, I should have pointed out that one of the judges, as part of his (very considered) feedback added a "genre" of music where he thought he would see the guitar in question. So, his "New New Wave", "Jazz Club", "Garage Band", etc comments were just his thoughts on where that guitar might be at home. I thought it was a really nice touch.
However, I think without giving you this context his comments could have been misconstrued. Apologies, I was in a bit of a rush and there were 9 entries x 6 judges.
Sorry Adam, but even with the context "Garage Band" is pretty insulting.
I guess Cash Converters is a suitable place to find such things...
*shrug*
I'll know better next time.
Well earned win Barge - that's one classy axe.
To the judges, thanks for the feedback. It's certainly been a learning process and I'm already in the "pre-emptive persuasion" phase of my next project. I'm torn between doing a blue LP or a red MM4. More a matter of which one to build first though lol
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I also thank the judges for the feedback and I'm planning and scheduling the stages of my next one. It's good to know what the judges are looking for - haven't read the comments so thoroughly in the past months since this was my first entry. It also keeps from cutting corners on my next build and really focus on what I'm doing. Gotta improve my work.
Tonyewen; I'm building a MMB-4 in red next - was this your plan also? Would be fun to build at the same time.
Wow I thought that all the guitars this month showed incredible talent in the build and finish process. In my honest opinion people if a suggestion of a logo is mentioned it is only a suggestion and points are not removed from myself for that. How ever a big one I have noticed which does affect grading IMO is the setting up of the guitar. Just so you do know things like not setting up the intonation before you enter the competition is a little like entering a car in a competition that wont start. This comment is to encourage people to learn via the video's etc.... on how to make your guitar to it's possible best look and best to play. these kits make a fantastic guitar that you would be happy to take to a gig providing they are set up well and unfortunately we can tell just by looking at the guitar if they aren't. Arzi even as a custom builder I am also always looking to improve my work and I can assure you so do the seriously professional builders.
Rabbitz we don't discuss who has said what so we don't know each others comments but feel rest assured your build was a bloody nice looking guitar that impressed the whole forum. But after reading the suggested comment I think it was supposed to be a compliment to music style rather then how it may have come across.
It was a tough month with some serious competition so when incredible builds are hard to compare to each other we have to start looking very closely and start to nit pick to separate them. The nit picks may seem like minor things to the builder and that is a fair assumption , but hey how else can we separate so many great builds.
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My point was only to say that there' always something that can be improved - in everything we do. With every build we learn new things and the next one will be easier or somehow different. After all I'm making these for myself and no one else so whatever the result I'm the one who should be pleased. This friendly competition is a nice bonus that makes me try just a bit harder to achieve what I'm aiming for.
And everyone who enters or doesn't is a winner for they have made a unique instrument with their own hands. Not alot of people out there who have done it - I can't think of anyone I know except my father in law who did one in the 70's. And I know a bunch of professional musicians (I'm not one).
Jarrod - spot on. With guitars of this level, it often to me comes down to one or two minor things between the very best guitars. The bar has gotten that high.
Rabbitz - your call on the logo - it's your guitar and it needs to look how you want it.
Pest - wasn't a comment directed at you forgetting a TRC - Gav was implying that he didn't want to be reminded that the only reason he lost to Wokks on a very early GOTM was that he didn't put a truss rod cover on his guitar - viz the only judge (judging was different early in) deemed it wasn't complete. (Ooops - maybe I wasn't meant to say that ;) - sorry Gav).
Ah thanks for the fill in Bman! Haha yeah I remember the TRC decider..... *giggle*